Achat Shoalti Composer: Valerie Shields
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: March 2001 Listen
The Hebrew text is from Psalm 27 and the music is by Valerie Shields. Reminiscent of a Jewish folk song, the melody is hauntingly beautiful. Because of the Hebrew text and Valerie's numerous other compositions, this piece will find its way onto school programs and services of worship.

Angels We Have Heard On High Composer: Traditional French Carol
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: March 2000 Listen
The ''Songs of the World'' series have been perhaps the most popular items in the Pavane catalog. This Christmas set includes the French Carol ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH, an English Carol HOW FAR IS IT TO BETHLEHEM and the Spanish Dance Ca

Autumn Gives Her Hand To Winter Composer: Keith Loftis
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2006 Difficulty: Easy Listen
This choral piece describes autumn in a wonderful way. The flowing music is captivating and lovely. This is an excellent piece for a fall program.

Autumn Gives Her Hand To Winter Composer: Keith Loftis
Author/Lyricist: Keith Loftis
Voicing: SAB Season: General Released: January 2015 Difficulty: Easy Listen
This choral piece describes autumn in a wonderful way. The flowing music is captivating and lovely. This is an excellent piece for a fall program. The 2-Part edition has been a favorite for many years. Here is a version for middle school choirs. Easy.

Ave Maria Composer: Jude B. Roldan
Voicing: SSA Released: January 2014 Difficulty: Medium easy Listen
Jude Roldan is pianist/composer for the world famous Filipino, Hail Mary the Queen Children's Choir, directed by his wife, Maria Therersa Vizconde-Roldan. This beautiful setting of the Ave Maria text is gentle and flowing, fitting for advanced children's choirs or treble choirs of any age. Appropriate for church or concert.

Belle Of Belfast Composer: Traditional Irish Folk Song
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: SAB Season: Folk Song Released: January 2007 Listen
The very best sellers from the Herrington/Glick arrangements of 2-part folk songs have been occasionally re-voiced for SAB with fabulous success. This the latest entry and falls well into line. The text probably appeals more to the middle/high school level than children's choirs anyway, and the musical setting maintains the expected excellence that has made their editions so popular.Also available in2-Part - P1225

Black Sheep, Black Sheep Composer: South Carolina Folk Song
Arranger: Shirley McRae
Voicing: 3-PART Season: Folk Song Released: March 2003
SShirley McRae is a well-established arranger and clinician, especially with children's voices. This tender folk song, lamented by slave mother's about their forsaken children, has been selected for the Judith Herrington choral series. An excellent concert or festival work, it was commissioned by the Cincinnati Children's Choir.

Blow The Wind Southerly Arranger: Shirley McRae
Voicing: 2-PART Released: January 2010 Difficulty: Easy Listen
Shirley McRae is best known for the exquisite way she arranges folk songs - they capture the nationality of their origin so perfectly. This gentle, English folk song expresses the longing of separated lovers. Designed for elementary and middle school choirs.

Bolero Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: SAB Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
When Ken Berg?s first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs P1436 GALOP, P1437 MARCH , P1438 BOLERO has been revoiced for SAB (Middle School) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the ?do-re-mi?s? that doubles as a concert piece.

Bolero Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: SAB Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
When Ken Berg?s first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs P1436 GALOP, P1437 MARCH , P1438 BOLERO has been revoiced for SAB (Middle School) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the ?do-re-mi?s? that doubles as a concert piece.

Bolero (From Solfege Suite #1) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Season: General Released: January 2007 Listen
The first ''Solfege Suite'' consists of three pieces of contrasting styles: ''Bolero,'' (P1306) ''Galop,'' (P1307) and ''March,'' (P1305). The names give away the character, but the truly fabulous part is that the text is all solfege. Singers learn about musical names, intervals and solfege, while singing programmable music. Written for the 2006 Alabama ACDA ''Young Voices Boys Choir,'' directors have been begging for the music's release since its premiere. Bravo to composer/teacher Ken Berg!

Boogie Woogie (From Solfege Suite #3) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Released: January 2010 Difficulty: Easy Listen
The ''Solfege Suites'' have become staples of learning for choirs of all ages. But their real beauty is that each one not only teaches solfege syllables and musical form, but they stand as performance pieces as well. This third set may be the best yet, with BOOGIE WOOGIE the most fun of all!

Born In A Song Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: Bianca Chimusco
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2016 Difficulty: Medium Listen
This macaronic piece brings together the Spanish and English languages, and it is the invigorating and inspiring text that drives the rhythm and energy of this creative song. A previous choral release by Ms. Herrington also utilizing the poetry of Bianca Chamusco, P1393 Born in A Symphony, is a definite partner. Wonderful for high school and college treble choirs. Medium.

Born In A Symphony Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: Bianca Chamusco
Voicing: SSAA Season: General Released: January 2011 Difficulty: Medium Listen
Commissioned by TCDA and premiered under the direction of Dr. Rollo Dilworth, this piece has a glorious message. The symphony of sound is a metaphor for humanity, and the importance of each player is conveyed. The musical setting is strong and beautifully crafted to the text. This will be a favorite piece for Elementary festivals for years to come.

Canto De Pilon Composer: Cristian Grases
Voicing: 2-PART Released: January 2011 Difficulty: Easy Listen
This multicultural piece hails from Venezuela, homeland to USC choral director, Dr. Cristian Grases. It is a ''working song'' about women grinding corn that captures the flavor of the people. Including eurhythmic motions and percussive sounds, the music celebrates the joyful nature and active life of these common folks. This piece works well for elementary singers to adult treble choirs.

Chaconne (Solfege Suite #2) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Released: January 2009 Difficulty: Easy Listen
It is safe to say that P1307 GALOP from Solfege Suite #1 is currently the number one best selling composition in the Pavane catalog. The other two from suite #1 (P1305 MARCH and P1306 BOLERO) have done well also. Therefore, it is with pride and anticipation we introduce Solfege Suite #2. These pieces have been so successful because while they teach solfege, form and other musical elements, they also stand as performance pieces. Each title describes the form employed and the character of the piece. Bravo to conductor, composer and educator, Ken Berg. For young voices.

Count On It Composer: Kevin A. Memley
Voicing: SATB, div. Released: January 2012 Difficulty: Medium Listen
This could be the most awesome piece of the 21st century. Why? Here's a tune that is energizing and exciting - concert programable - that teaches singers how to write counts in music. Every high school and college choir will want to have this piece to start their year. And as Vance George said, ''...it makes rhythm fun, it is great for high school and middle school choirs. I have used it in festivals and the kids love it.''

Count On It Composer: Kevin A. Memley
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2015 Difficulty: Medium Listen
How could we have missed it? ''Count On It,'' the energizing and programmable piece that also teaches singers how to write counts in music is available in every imaginable voicing but one - SSA. Good news - that voicing is now here. This series is one of our best-selling ever, thanks to Memley's wonderful writing and the overwhelming advantage of its educational value. Easy to Medium difficulty.

Da Kami Ay Anan-Ak Composer: Kankana-ey Folksong
Arranger: Maria Theresa Vizconde-Roldan
Voicing: SSAA Season: Concert Released: January 2017 Difficulty: Medium Listen
Here is a song that celebrates the joy of childhood - the playfulness, the newness, shrills and laughter. Based on Kankana-ey, a Filipino folk song, the words are also in Filipino as well as non-sensical sounds. The piece begins slowly but quickly accelerates, finally ending in joyful sounds of children's laughter. Medium difficulty, for SSAA children's choirs.

Ding, Dong Merrily On High Composer: Traditional English Carol
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: April 1997
Educators Judy Herrington and Sara Glick proudly release their set of folksongs from around the world. This year the emphasis is on Christmas. ''Sleep My Little Dove'' from France, ''Ding, Dong, Merrily on High'' from England, and ''Thornwood Carol'' from Germany make up this wonderful set. The popular series is now a constant at ACDA workshops and school curriculum used world-wide.Difficulty level: EASY

Duermete Mi Corazon Arranger: Judith Herrington
Voicing: Unison/2-Part Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Easy Listen
In the tradition of her ?Songs of the World? series that has been so successful, Judy Herrington has created a marvelous arrangement of this Bolivian lullaby. Perfect for children and youth choirs, the simple choral lines can be sung in unison or 2-parts. As always, her excellent craftsmanship brings elegance and distinction to this fine multicultural song.

Duermete Mi Corazon Composer: Bolivian Lullaby
Arranger: Judith Herrington
Voicing: SAB Season: General Released: January 2015 Difficulty: Easy Listen
In the tradition of her SONGS OF THE WORLD series that has been so successful, Judy Herrington has created a marvelous arrangement of this Bolivian lullaby. The 2-Part version (P1442) released last year was a tremendous success, so we are pleased to release this edition which works for middle school and high school choirs in a variety of voice options. As always, her excellent craftsmanship brings elegance and distinction to this fine multicultural song. Easy.

Duermete Mi Corazon Arranger: Judith Herrington
Voicing: Unison/2-Part Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Easy Listen
In the tradition of her ?Songs of the World? series that has been so successful, Judy Herrington has created a marvelous arrangement of this Bolivian lullaby. Perfect for children and youth choirs, the simple choral lines can be sung in unison or 2-parts. As always, her excellent craftsmanship brings elegance and distinction to this fine multicultural song.

Escape At Bedtime (Includes Starlight) Composer: Donna Gartman Schultz
Author/Lyricist: Robert Louis Stevenson
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 1995
Donna Gartman Schultz is a published composer with Boosey & Hawkes, but has placed this set of songs with Pavane as part of the Judith Herrington Choral Series. Selected for performance at the Northwestern ACDA Convention 1998, it is from ''Night Sky'' for 2-Part Treble Chorus, Harp, Brass Quintet and Orchestral Bells, based on ''Poems from A Child's Garden of Verses'' by Robert Lewis Stevenson. This version is for choir and piano (or harp).

Fly Away Composer: Barbara Poulshock
Arranger: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: Christina Rossetti
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2008 Difficulty: Easy Listen
With a rolling, arpeggiated accompaniment, and tender, floating vocal lines, one can almost see the birds in flight. Whether beckoning the approach of summer or singing of its end, this Christina Rossetti text works well for a spring or fall concert. Composer Barbara Poulshock has worked with children's voices for years and Judith Herrington selected this piece for her series.

Fum, Fum, Fum Composer: Spanish Dance Carol
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: SAB Season: Christmas Released: March 2005 Listen
The 2-part edition was released years ago and has continued to be a best-seller, so Judith Herrington and Sara Glick have wisely created an SAB voicing. This popular Christmas title is masterfully arranged, great fun to sing, and a real crowd pleaser. Middle school, high school, church.Also available in 2-Part - P1170

Fum, Fum, Fum Composer: Spanish Dance Carol
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: March 2000 Listen
The ''Songs of the World'' series have been perhaps the most popular items in the Pavane catalog. This Christmas set includes the French Carol ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH, an English Carol HOW FAR IS IT TO BETHLEHEM and the Spanish Dance Carol FUM, FUM, FUM.Also available in SAB - P1266

Galop Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: SAB Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
When Ken Berg?s first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs P1436 GALOP, P1437 MARCH , P1438 BOLERO has been revoiced for SAB (Middle School) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the ?do-re-mi?s? that doubles as a concert piece.

Gatatumba Composer: Andalucia Folk Song
Arranger: Judith Herrington
Voicing: 3-Part Season: Christmas Released: January 2014 Difficulty: Easy Listen
Last year Judith Herrington gave us DUERMETE MI CORAZON, which became a hugely popular piece for children and youth choirs. GATATUMBA is her offering for this year. A children's choir expert, her writing is smart and skillful. The pronunciation and meaning of the text are provided for this Christmas song. Quite frankly, the words are simply fun to sing.

Gavotte (Solfege Suite #2) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Released: January 2009 Difficulty: Easy Listen
It is safe to say that P1307 GALOP from Solfege Suite #1 is currently the number one best selling composition in the Pavane catalog. The other two from suite #1 (P1305 MARCH and P1306 BOLERO) have done well also. Therefore, it is with pride and anticipation we introduce Solfege Suite #2. These pieces have been so successful because while they teach solfege, form and other musical elements, they also stand as performance pieces. Each title describes the form employed and the character of the piece. Bravo to conductor, composer and educator, Ken Berg. For young voices.

Go Tell It! Composer: Traditional American Spiritual
Arranger: Eric W. Unruh
Voicing: SSA Season: Christmas Released: March 2002 Listen
From the Judith Herrington Choral Series comes ''Two Christmas American Spirituals,'' for treble choir with piano and tenor saxophone accompaniment. ''Go Tell It!,'' the best-known of the two is full of dynamic energy and rhythm. Dr. Unruh's setting of the other, ''Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow!'' is appropriately haunting, but grows in intensity and strength. While the two spirituals were designed to be performed as a pair, they can be presented separately with great effect.

Good Night, My Love Composer: Donna Gartman Schultz
Author/Lyricist: Paul Laurence Dunbar
Voicing: SSAA Released: January 2012 Difficulty: Medium Listen
It is the craftsmanship of Donna Gartman Schultz that entices any conductor to sing through this piece. Selecting the artistic poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar she creates a musical benediction that makes parting, for any reason, a worthy endeavor. This setting for SSAA voices is especially fitting for high school, college and community choirs.

Haida Composer: Chassidic Round
Arranger: Shirley W. McRae
Voicing: 3-PART Season: General Released: March 2002
Published composer, Shirley McRae, has created an energetic arrangement of the Chassidic Round ''Haida.'' Rounds are always fun to sing and easy to learn, but the addition of clarinet or saxophone and tambourine make this setting especially enjoyable. This selection was selected for the Judith Herrington Choral Series.

Hands For The World Arranger: Ken Berg
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2010 Difficulty: Easy Listen
Commissioned for the Northwest Division ACDA Youth Honor Choir, Ken Berg has merged two favorite spirituals about hands: ''He's Got the Whole World in His hands'' and ''The Lord Has Got His Hands on Me.'' This arrangement will work for any combination of voices, at church or school, and contains an optional third voice part near the end. Selected for the Judith Herrington Choral Series.

Have You Ever Seen? Composer: French-Canadan Folk Song
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Folk Song Released: March 2003
The second in the ''Songs of the World'' series is a joyful, bouncing number about friendship from French Canada. With both English and French texts to choose from, this selection is the perfect middle number for the trilogy, but like the others, can stand alone just as well.

How Can I Keep From Singing? Composer: American Hymn Tune
Arranger: American Hymn Tune
Voicing: SSA Season: Folk Song Released: February 2000 Listen
Judy Herrington established her reputation with her conducting work with the Tacoma Youth Choir. Later her books, folk song arrangements and choral series have produced an ardent following. This a cappella arrangement of one of the great Shaker hymns is another tribute to her excellent work.Also available in TTBB - P1144

How Can I Keep From Singing? Composer: American Hymn Tune
Arranger: Judith Herrington
Voicing: TTBB Season: Folk Song Released: February 2000 Listen
Judy Herrington established her reputation with her conducting work with the Tacoma Youth Choir. Later her books, folk song arrangements and choral series have produced an ardent following. This a cappella arrangement of one of the great Shaker hymns is another tribute to her excellent work.Also available in SSA - P1143

How Far Is It To Bethlehem? Composer: English Traditional
Arranger: Sara Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: March 2000 Listen
The ''Songs of the World'' series have been perhaps the most popular items in the Pavane catalog. This Christmas set includes the French Carol ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH, an English Carol HOW FAR IS IT TO BETHLEHEM and the Spanish Dance Ca

I Know Not How It Is With You Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: Robert Louis Stevenson
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2007 Listen
Judy Herrington's reputation as a conductor, teacher and arranger have been well-established. Her role as a commissioned composer is gaining quickly. A specialist with children and treble voices, Ms. Herrington has created an SSA setting of this Stevenson poem. The cascading vocal lines paint beautiful pictures in sound. Excellent for school and festival choirs.Also available in SSATB - P1348

I Know Not How It Is With You Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: Robert Louis Stevenson
Voicing: SSATB Season: general Released: January 2008 Difficulty: Medium
This beautiful setting of Robert Louis Stevenson's text display's Judith Herrington's compositional creativity. Best known for her folk song arrangements, this selection was first released in an SSA voicing (P1308). The vocal lines move liltingly through the words which honor the events and relationships in our lives. This piece will work well with high school, college and festival choirs.Also available in SSA - P1308

I Meant To Do My Work Today Composer: Gregory Yountz
Author/Lyricist: Richard LeGallienne
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: April 1998 Difficulty: Medium
From the Judith Herrington Choral Series comes BEAUTIFUL WORLD, a Trilogy for treble voices and piano by Gregory Youtz. P1120 THE WORLD, P1121 LADY MOON and P1122 I MEANT TO DO MY WORK TODAY are three poems by three different authors that together make a delightful set. Youtz, a composition professor from Pacific Lutheran University, was commissioned to write these selections for the Tacoma Children's Choir.

If My Voice Had Wings Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: Judith Herrington
Voicing: 2-PART Released: January 2010 Difficulty: Medium Listen
Commissioned for the 2010 Washington Music Educators Convention, Judith Herrington composed a wonderful piece for treble choirs - suitable for children's or women's choirs. Already acclaimed as a specialist for young voices and music arranger, her compositional skills are now rising to the surface. Excellent for festival use, the text celebrates singing and friendship.

L'dor Vador Composer: Valerie Shields
Author/Lyricist: Traditional Hebrew Text
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: March 1999
Chosen for the Judith Herrington Choral Series, this piece will work well with children's choirs or adult voices. The Hebrew text is set to new music that captures the flavor of Hebrew music beautifully. The flute adds yet another wonderful texture, as does an optional descant that appears near the end. A full page of notes and pronunciation guide enable the Hebrew text to be grasped easily.

Little Fox Composer: English Folk Song
Arranger: SHirley W. McRae
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Folk Song Released: January 2007 Listen
Shirley McRae is well known for her excellent arrangements of folk songs for young voices and this new setting continues her forward trend. With a bouncing piano part enhanced by a percussive triangle, along with a dancing clarinet line, the story of the ''little fox'' is narrated in song. The rhymes are fun and the fable enchanting. Easy

Loch Lomond Composer: Scottish Folk Song
Arranger: Barbara Poulshock
Voicing: 2-Part Season: Folk Song Released: March 2001
This familiar Scottish song has been tastefully set by Barbara Poulshock. Fine craftsmanship are already a trademark of Barbara's work. Selected to be a part of the Judy Herrington Choral Series.

Londonderry Composer: English Folk Song
Arranger: Ken Berg
Author/Lyricist: Howard A. Walter
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2007 Listen
Arranger Ken Berg (Birmingham Boys Choir) has given us a superb setting of the Howard Walter ''I Would Be True'' poem that is often set to the Scottish-Irish folk song ''Londonderry.'' An optional flute (C instrument) part is provided. The alternate text enables this edition to work well in church or school.

March Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: SAB Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
When Ken Berg?s first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs P1436 GALOP, P1437 MARCH , P1438 BOLERO has been revoiced for SAB (Middle School) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the ?do-re-mi?s? that doubles as a concert piece.

March (From Solfege Suite # 1) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Season: General Released: January 2007 Listen
The first ''Solfege Suite'' consists of three pieces of contrasting styles: ''Bolero,'' (P1306) ''Galop,'' (P1307) and ''March,'' (P1305). The names give away the character, but the truly fabulous part is that the text is all solfege. Singers learn about musical character, intervals and solfege, while singing programmable music. Written for the 2006 Alabama ACDA ''Young Voices Boys Choir,'' directors have been begging for the music's release since its premiere. Bravo to composer/teacher Ken Berg!

March (From Solfege Suite # 1) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: SAB Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
When Ken Berg?s first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs P1436 GALOP, P1437 MARCH , P1438 BOLERO has been revoiced for SAB (Middle School) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the ?do-re-mi?s? that doubles as a concert piece.

Mazurka (Solfege Suite #2) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Released: January 2009 Difficulty: Easy Listen
It is safe to say that P1307 GALOP from Solfege Suite #1 is currently the number one best selling composition in the Pavane catalog. The other two from suite #1 (P1305 MARCH and P1306 BOLERO) have done well also. Therefore, it is with pride and anticipation we introduce Solfege Suite #2. These pieces have been so successful because while they teach solfege, form and other musical elements, they also stand as performance pieces. Each title describes the form employed and the character of the piece. Bravo to conductor, composer and educator, Ken Berg. For young voices.

O Lord, Hear My Prayer Composer: Jude Roldan
Author/Lyricist: Psalm 143:1
Voicing: SSAA Season: General Released: January 2015 Difficulty: Medium Listen
Selected for the 2015 Pacific International Children's Choir Festival, this gentle prayer is gracious and moving. For years Jude Roldan has been composing music for the world famous choir his wife conducts, ''Hail Mary the Queen Children's Choir.'' While the altos hold on to a pedal tone the upper voices construct heartwarming chords. Along with the ?sanctus bells? and aleatoric chant, this piece is both simple and profound. Great for treble choruses of all ages. Medium difficulty.

Parade Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: 3-Part Mixed Released: January 2014 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
The Solfege Suites are unquestionably the most popular set of chorals every published by Pavane. REVEILLE P1476, TAPS P1477, and PARADE P1478, are the new set for SAB middle school voices. These pieces not only teach solfege and form but are also concert performable. This set is sub-titled the "Military Suite" and includes optional percussion parts. Great for children and youth choirs.

Piping Tim Of Galway Composer: Keith Loftis
Voicing: 2-PART Released: January 2010 Difficulty: Easy Listen
Selected for the Judith Herrington Choral Series, this piece uses the melody from AThe Rakes of Mallow@ and the text from AThe Galway Piper@ and serves us with a charming tune. The story of APiping Tim@ and his infectious flute give way to delightful Atu-ku-tu@ duet before the story resumes. Elementary and middle school choirs will enjoy the fun and learn about Tim and some well crafted music at the same time.

Reveille Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: 3-Part Mixed Released: January 2014 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
The Solfege Suites are unquestionably the most popular set of chorals every published by Pavane. REVEILLE P1476, TAPS P1477, and PARADE P1478, are the new set for SAB middle school voices. These pieces not only teach solfege and form but are also concert performable. This set is sub-titled the "Military Suite" and includes optional percussion parts. Great for children and youth choirs.

Rise Up, Shepherd And Follow! Arranger: Eric Unruh
Voicing: SSA Season: Christmas Released: March 2002
From the Judith Herrington Choral Series comes ''Two Christmas American Spirituals,'' for treble choir with piano and tenor saxophone accompaniment. ''Go Tell It!,'' the best-known of the two is full of dynamic energy and rhythm. Dr. Unruh's setting of the other, ''Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow!'' is appropriately haunting, but grows in intensity and strength. While the two spirituals were designed to be performed as a pair, they can be presented separately with great effect.

Rush Onward, Tides Of My Soul Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: H.W Longfellow
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2016 Difficulty: Easy to Medium Listen
In this poem, is Longfellow describing sounds from the sea, or the tides of our own soul? Judy Herrington sets song to this text that keeps the question open. The rushing waves eminate from the piano accompaniment and toss onto the shore through the choral statements with ease. Excellent for young voices, high school and college treble choirs. Easy to Medium.

Rushing Troika Composer: Russian Folk Song
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Folk Song Released: January 2005 Listen
This publication marks the 8th Songs of the World collection by the Judith Herrington and Sara Glick team. One of two Russian folk songs, this selection describes the thrill of riding swiftly over the snow-covered countryside in a troika; a sleigh pulled by three horses abreast covered with bells. As always the craftsmanship is first rate, with a descriptive keyboard and well-written vocal lines. Excellent for young voices, school or concert.

Sail Away, Ladies! Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: Traditional
Voicing: SSAA Season: General Released: January 2009 Difficulty: Easy Listen
The demand for Judy Herrington as a guest conductor and arranger or composer is gaining each year. This arrangement will further that end. This Traditional American song is a lively number with percussive hand claps thrown in. For treble choirs or all ages, especially high school and college.

Sail Away, Ladies! Arranger: Judith Herrington
Voicing: SATB Season: General Released: January 2012 Difficulty: Medium
The demand for Judy Herrington as a guest conductor and arranger/composer is gaining each year. This early American folk song is a lively number with percussive hand claps thrown in. Released in 2009 for treble choirs or all ages, it became a best-seller for high school and college choirs. Rollo Dilworth requested she revoice the piece for SATB so it could be premiered by the Northwest ACDA Youth Choir at their 2012 convention.

Sakura Composer: Japanese Folk Song
Arranger: Shirley McRae
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Folk Song Released: February 2004 Difficulty: Easy Listen
Selected for the Judy Herrington Choral Series, this arrangement of the well-known childhood Japanese folk song ''Sakura,'' hits the mark. With a descriptive keyboard part, finger cymbals and flute, the 2-part vocal parts easily express this respected melody. Typical of the series, a pronunciation guide and other musical notes are provided.

Shady Grove Composer: Southern Appalachian Folk Song
Arranger: Shirley W. McRae
Voicing: 3-PART Season: Folk Song Released: March 2003 Listen
It will be hard to keep your feet still when this number starts. Besides the dancing piano accompaniment, the use of ad lib spoons makes it even more fun. Veteran writer, Shirley McRae, was commissioned to write this arrangement by the Cache Children's Choir in Logan Utah. This is a winner!

Shepherd's Song Composer: Inner Mongolian Folk Song
Arranger: Shirley McRae
Voicing: SA Season: General Released: January 2008 Difficulty: Easy Listen
One of Shirley McRae's greatest gifts is capturing the essence of other cultures in song. This Inner Mongolian Folk Song is no exception. Incorporating a few handbells, a bell tree and an oboe bring an authentic color to the arrangement. Singing about the beauty of nature that surrounds the shepherd, this is a cherished song in Chinese communities.

Sleep My Little Dove Composer: French Carol
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: April 1997
Educators Judy Herrington and Sara Glick proudly release their set of folksongs from around the world. This year the emphasis is on Christmas. ''Sleep My Little Dove'' from France, ''Ding, Dong, Merrily on High'' from England, and ''Thornwood Carol'' from Germany make up this wonderful set. The popular series is now a constant at ACDA workshops and school curriculum used world-wide.Difficulty level: EASY

Soft Rains Composer: Donna Gartman Schulta
Author/Lyricist: Sara Teasdale
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2005 Difficulty: Medium Listen
The Sara Teasdale poem starts innocently enough about the beauty nature, expertly set to a delicate melody composed by veteran writer Donna Gartman Schultz. But the text unravels into a more poignant subject that is profoundly convicting. Schults's writing, for two part treble voices, does ample justice to the text which will make it a concert favorite for years to come. School, Community.

Sudden Light Composer: Donna Gartman Schultz
Author/Lyricist: Dante Gabriel Rossetti
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2009 Difficulty: Medium Listen
The title and text come from Dante Gabriel Rossetti and discuss the experience of deja vu. Dr. Schultz paints musical colors around Rossetti's words that are absolutely enticing. The melodic lines are lovely and the way they are intertwined harmonically is captivating. For high school and college.

Tango (From Solfege Suite #3) Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Released: January 2010 Difficulty: Easy Listen
The ''Solfege Suites'' have become staples of learning for choirs of all ages. But their real beauty is that each one not only teaches solfege syllables and musical form, but they stand as performance pieces as well. This third set may be the best yet, teaching delightful dance forms!

Taps Composer: Ken Berg
Voicing: 3-Part Mixed Released: January 2014 Difficulty: Medium Easy Listen
The Solfege Suites are unquestionably the most popular set of chorals every published by Pavane. REVEILLE P1476, TAPS P1477, and PARADE P1478, are the new set for SAB middle school voices. These pieces not only teach solfege and form but are also concert performable. This set is sub-titled the "Military Suite" and includes optional percussion parts. Great for children and youth choirs.

The Ash Grove Composer: English Folk Song
Arranger: Barbara Poulshock
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2006 Difficulty: Medium Listen
''Ash Grove'' has been a favorite English Folk Song for many years. Poulshock's setting is tasteful and beckoning. Selected for the Judith Herrington choral series, this is a superb performance and teaching song for young voices.

The Birch Tree Composer: Russian Folk Song
Arranger: Shirley W. McRae
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2009 Difficulty: Easy Listen
The birch tree is deeply rooted in the soil, known in Russian folklore as ''Moist Mother Earth.'' The tree embodies everything that is graceful, tenderly sad, lost, but ultimately recovered and remembered. As always with Shirley McRae, she captures the essence of the culture in her well-crafted writing. Singing this piece somehow brings a picture of Russian birch trees into our midst. For young voices.

The Dream Of The Plastic Bag Composer: Warren Lee
Author/Lyricist: Lucinda Jacob
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Medium Listen
Truly one of the most creative and enjoyable pieces to come along for SSA voices in years! Warren Lee, Music Director of St. Paul's Co-educational College and Primary School, in Hong Kong, has brought Lucinda Jacob's charming story to song. The music is artistic and inviting and the added feature of balloon activity tops it off. Both classy and clever, young choirs everywhere will delight in this piece.

The Dream Of The Plastic Bag Composer: Warren Lee
Author/Lyricist: Lucinda Jacob
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Medium Listen
Truly one of the most creative and enjoyable pieces to come along for SSA voices in years! Warren Lee, Music Director of St. Paul's Co-educational College and Primary School, in Hong Kong, has brought Lucinda Jacob's charming story to song. The music is artistic and inviting and the added feature of balloon activity tops it off. Both classy and clever, young choirs everywhere will delight in this piece.

The First Day Of Spring Composer: Keith Loftis
Author/Lyricist: Christina Rossetti
Voicing: 2-Part Season: General Released: January 2012 Difficulty: Medium Listen
It is most appropriate that Keith Loftis has written music to Christina Rossetti's poem about spring. A few years ago he composed ''Autumn Gives Her Hand to Winter,'' which remains a popular piece for 2-part children's chorus. ''The First Day of Spring'' was commissioned for the 20th Anniversary of the Tacoma Youth Chorus, Judith Herrington and Connie Schmidt, Directors. The flowing vocal lines, interesting harmonies and embellishing flute make this a wonderful selection for 2-part children's choirs.

The Lonely Ash Tree Composer: Russian Folk Song
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Folk Song Released: January 2005 Listen
This publication marks the 8th Songs of the World collection by the Judith Herrington and Sara Glick team. One of two Russian folk songs, this selection provides the metaphor of the mountain ash and oak trees, separated by a river, which poignantly portrays the sadness of ill-fated lovers. As always the craftsmanship is first rate, with a descriptive keyboard and well-written vocal lines. Excellent for young voices, school or concert.

The Moon Composer: Donna Gartman Schultz
Author/Lyricist: Robert Louis Stevenson
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: March 1998
Donna Gartman Schultz is a published composer with Boosey & Hawkes, but has placed this set of songs with Pavane as part of the Judith Herrington Choral Series. Selected for performance at the Northwestern ACDA Convention 1998, it is from ''Night Sky'' for 2-Part Treble Chorus, Harp, Brass Quintet and Orchestral Bells, based on ''Poems from A Child's Garden of Verses'' by Robert Lewis Stevenson. This version is for choir and piano (or harp).

The Water Is Wide Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Brian Tate
Voicing: 2-PART Season: general Released: March 2001 Difficulty: medium Listen
Brian Tate is a newcomer as a published composer, but his years as a conductor and clinician are well-known, especially in Canada. There are already many arrangements of this beloved tune, but Brian's brings a fresh touch to it. Selected to be a part of the Judith Herrington Choral Series.

The World Composer: Gregory Youtz
Author/Lyricist: William Brighty Rands
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: April 1998 Difficulty: Medium
From the Judith Herrington Choral Series comes BEAUTIFUL WORLD, a Trilogy for treble voices and piano by Gregory Youtz. P1120 THE WORLD, P1121 LADY MOON and P1122 I MEANT TO DO MY WORK TODAY are three poems by three different authors that together make a delightful set. Youtz, a composition professor from Pacific Lutheran University, was commissioned to write these selections for the Tacoma Children's Choir.

Thornwood Carol Composer: German Medieval Carol
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: April 1997
Educators Judy Herrington and Sara Glick proudly release their set of folksongs from around the world. This year the emphasis is on Christmas. ''Sleep My Little Dove'' from France, ''Ding, Dong, Merrily on High'' from England, and ''Thornwood Carol'' from Germany make up this wonderful set. The popular series is now a constant at ACDA workshops and school curriculum used world-wide.Difficulty level: EASY

Thula Klizeo Composer: Joseph Sabalala
Arranger: Leanne Macdonnell
Voicing: SAB Season: General Released: January 2016 Difficulty: Easy Listen
The 2-Part voicing was released last year and quickly became a huge favorite. It only made sense to release an SAB voicing. Now middle and high school choirs can enjoy this wondeful African multiculttural selection that incorporates body percussion. Easy.

Time Composer: D. Farrell Smith
Voicing: 2-Part Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Easy Medium Listen
This piece sounds exactly like its title: time. This wonderful children?s song tells how time marches on and you can feel it pacing steadily forward with a dynamic piano part (the 4-hand one, available separately, P9068, is even more fun). Children will enjoy singing this selection and it will be a favorite at any school concert.

Time Composer: D. Farrell Smith
Voicing: 2-Part Released: January 2013 Difficulty: Easy Medium Listen
This piece sounds exactly like its title: time. This wonderful children?s song tells how time marches on and you can feel it pacing steadily forward with a dynamic piano part (the 4-hand one, available separately, P9068, is even more fun). Children will enjoy singing this selection and it will be a favorite at any school concert.

Tread Softly Composer: Judith Herrington
Author/Lyricist: William Butler Yeats
Voicing: SSAA Season: general Released: January 2006 Difficulty: medium Listen
First released in TTBB (P1250) and performed at the ACDA National Convention, the SSAA setting is equally compelling. Judith Herrington has become one of the most respected names in children's choirs, and her craftsmanship shines in this lovely selection.Also available in TTBB P1250

Vocalise Composer: Sergei Rachmaninoff
Arranger: Allan Robert Petker
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: March 2002 Listen
The ''Vocalise'' by Rachmaninoff is famous for its beautiful, wondering melody over a luscious chamaeleon-like harmonic foundation. Like a river, it flows effortlessly through an evolving terrain, and immerses you in transforming currents of sound. The accompaniment has been tastefully simplified and a second vocal line has been inserted to complement the primary theme. This piece offers an entry into the music of late 19th century, romantic, Russian writers, while providing an excellent source for vocal exercise and stunning performance.

Waltz (From Solfege Suite #3) Arranger: Ken Berg
Voicing: UNISON/2-PART Released: January 2010 Difficulty: Easy Listen
The ''Solfege Suites'' have become staples of learning for choirs of all ages. But their real beauty is that each one not only teaches solfege syllables and musical form, but they stand as performance pieces as well. This third set may be the best yet, teaching delightful dance forms!

Wassail Song Composer: Traditional English Carol
Arranger: Donna Gartman Schultz
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: March 1999
This traditional English carol has been tastefully arranged by prolific composer Donna Gartman Schultz. Selected to be part of the Judith Herrington Choral Series, her craftsmanship and quality is immediately evident. It was originally scored for 2-part treble choir and brass quintet. She breathes new life into this famous carol.Also available in SATB - P1142

Wassail Song Composer: Traditional English Carol
Arranger: Donna Gartman Schultz
Voicing: SATB Season: Christmas Released: March 1999
This traditional English carol has been tastefully arranged by prolific composer Donna Gartman Schultz. Selected to be part of the Judith Herrington Choral Series, her craftsmanship and quality is immediately evident. It was originally scored for 2-part treble choir and brass quintet. She breathes new life into this famous carol.Also available in 2-Part - P1133Brass Instrumental Parts available separately, P9018

Watsha Composer: Folk Song from Lesotho
Arranger: Shirely W. McRae
Voicing: 4-PART Season: Folk Song Released: January 2005 Listen
Shirley McRae is known for your educational writing and wonderful choral publications. This folk song from Lesotho is a call and response piece for 4 part choir (any voicing) and percussion. Her clever implementation of ostinato introduces young singers to polyrhythms. Watsha, meaning to burn (as in clearing brushy areas) is an energetic song that fit any age and any school or community choir program.

Welsh Dancing Carol Composer: Traditional Welsh Carol
Arranger: Donna Gartman Schultz
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: March 2001 Listen
''''Deck the Halls'' has been dressed up by Donna Gartman Schultz. The accompaniment was originally for Brass Quintet (available separately). The treatment of the harmony and rhythm is an absolute blast - teasing to the end. Excellent for church or school.

Welsh Lullaby Composer: Welsh Folk Song
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Folk Song Released: April 1999
The ''Suo-gan'' melody is artistically treated by Judith Herrington and Sara Glick. This talented team has released more than 30 folk song arrangements that have become favorites the world over. Their excellent craftsmanship has established their reputation in the children's choir arena and this latest release will continue the trend. Beautiful voice writing, refined accompaniment, sensitive obbligato, all come together in this wonderful setting.

Wexford Carol Composer: Traditional English and Irish
Arranger: Donna Gartman Schultz
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Christmas Released: March 1999
This great English Carol has been treated joyfully by prolific composer Donna Gartman Schultz. Her 2-part voicing was selected to be part of the Judith Herrington Choral Series, and displays her typical gifts of craftsmanship. Originally scored for 2-part treble choir and brass quintet, it is full of energy and excitement.Also available in SATB - P1141

Who Can Sail Without The Wind? Composer: Scandanavian Folk Song
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Voicing: 2-PART Season: Folk Song Released: March 2003
The ''Songs of the World'' Series is hugely popular, and this trilogy introduces another wonderful set. This is the first of three, and begins with a gentle quality that calls to the heart. As always, the choral parts are beautifully constructed and the accompaniment is artfully solid. Scandinavian and English texts provided.

Why Would A Kangaroo Sit? Arranger: Emily John
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: January 2011 Difficulty: Easy Listen
Emily John, harpist and elementary choral director, offers us an absolutely delightful setting of this absurd and playful nursery rhyme. Selected for the Judith Herrington Choral Series, historical and performance notes are provided. The nonsensical words which are part of the folk song add the fun the young choirs especially enjoy.

Will You Teach Me? Composer: Eric W. Unruh
Author/Lyricist: Anonymous
Voicing: SSA Season: General Released: January 2005
Containing one of the most fabulous poems for children to ever sing, Dr. Eric Unruh from Casper College, Casper, Wyoming, has composed the perfect choral compliment. The melody lines are interesting and descriptive of the words, as is his accompaniment. For SSA voices and piano, this selection would work well for elementary, middle school and treble choirs.Also available in SAB - P1293

Will You Teach Me? Composer: Eric W. Unruh
Author/Lyricist: Anonymous
Voicing: SAB Season: general Released: January 2006 Difficulty: medium Listen
Containing one of the most fabulous poems ever for young voices to sing, Dr. Eric Unruh from Casper College, Casper, Wyoming, has composed the perfect choral accompaniment. The melody lines are interesting and descriptive of the words, as is his accompaniment. Originally for SSA (P1263), this setting for SAB voices and piano would work well for middle school and beginning high school choirs. Also available in SSA - P1263

Your Friend Shall Be The Tall Wind Composer: Jananese Folk Song
Arranger: Herrington/Glick
Author/Lyricist: Frannie Stearns Davis
Voicing: 2-PART Season: General Released: March 2002 Difficulty: Easy Listen
For her recent tour to Japan, Judith Herrington collaborated with her musical friend, Sara Glick to compose a song of greeting and gratitude. The result was a mystical setting of the poem by Frannie Steams Davis, which progresses with colors of Asia and sings with words of good will and nature and blessing. The vocal lines demonstrate the craftsmanship for which Judy has become famous, and the accompaniment of Sara Glick, as always, is a perfect match.